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Finisterre Way to Muxía: 6 stages

Information about the trip: Finisterre Way to Muxía: 6 stages

The Finisterre Way is the only one that starts in Santiago. This Camino crosses quiet villages, remote farmlands and unspoiled landscapes, finally reaching the sea cliffs of the westernmost point in Spain, at Cape Finisterre.
This beautiful region of Galicia is known as the “Coast of Death” and Fisterra (Finis Terrae) was once considered to be the end of the world. The route follows the stunning craggy coastline of Atlantic Galicia to the fishing village of Muxia.

*This will allow you to claim your “Fisterrana” pilgrim certificate in Finisterre and a ”Muxiana” pilgrim certificate. It is similar to the Compostela but issued by the local governments of Finisterre and Muxia.

Travel itinerary (Summary)

  • DAY 1: Arrival to Santiago De Compostela
  • DAY 2: Stage 1,Santiago De Compostela, Negreira  20,6 km 2/5
  • DAY 3: Stage 2, Negreira, Olveiroa  33,6 km 4/5
  • DAY 4: Stage 3, Olveiroa, Cee  19,3 km 2/5
  • DAY 5: Stage 4, Cee, Finisterre  16,1 km 1/5
  • DAY 6: Stage 5, Finisterre, Lires  13,5 km 1/5
  • DAY 7: Stage 6, Lires, Muxía  14,3 km 1/5
  • DAY 8: Return

Travel itinerary (Detailed)

  • 1

    Arrival to Santiago De Compostela


    118 km/ 73 mi separate the start of this itinerary from Finisterre, the final destination.
    They city of Santiago is the biggest village in the world and, at the same time the smallest city on the planet. This Galician capital combines the comforts of small locations and the advantages of large and sophisticated cities.
    The historic centre was declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO, is the jewel in the crown and was constructed stone by stone around its majestic cathedral. The discovery of the tomb of the apostle in the 9th century transformed this in a sacred place forever.

  • 2

    Stage 1, from Santiago De Compostela to Negreira


    Distance : 20,6 km Difficulty : 2/5

    Breakfast and start of the stage. The walk out of Santiago de Compostela starts from the Praza do Obradoiro square.
    Today’s route will take you through small villages and across ancient Roman bridges.
    Your destination is the medieval town of Negreira, where you will be able to visit Pazo do Cotón, the country house of the Cotón family, and the chapel next door, dedicated to St Mauro.

  • 3

    Stage 2, from Negreira to Olveiroa


    Distance : 33,6 km Difficulty : 4/5

    After breakfast, transfer to Negerira to begin the day’s stage.
    From A Barcala, the Camino continues by the side of mountains and across the river Barcala.
    As you climb Monte Aro, you will enjoy great views of the Fervenza dam before you reach the wild Serra de Castelo mountain range and Xallas valley.
    Small hills and green pastures welcome you on your way.

  • 4

    Stage 3, from Olveiroa to Cee


    Distance : 19,3 km Difficulty : 2/5

    Breakfast and start of the stage. From Olveiroa the track follows the river to Logoso and goes past the hermitage of Nosa Señora (Our Lady).
    After this, the trail continues downhill through the pine groves of Alto do Cruzeiro da Armada. From here, you will get your first glimpse of the sea!

  • 5

    Stage 4, from Cee to Finisterre


    Distance : 16,1 km Difficulty : 1/5

    Breakfast and start of the stage. On your last walking day to Finisterre you will travel along a beautiful path, hugging the cliffs and coves along the coast.
    Your final destination is Cape Finisterre, where you will come to the magnificent lighthouse.
    Watch the sun set at the ‘End of the World’.

  • 6

    Stage 5, from Finisterre to Lires


    Distance : 13,5 km Difficulty : 1/5

    Breakfast and start of the stage. It will take you two days to walk to Muxía.
    From Finisterre, you will travel along a beautiful path, hugging the cliffs and coves along the coast, enjoying breathtaking views.
    The village of Lires has outstanding sandy beaches, which are perfect for a swim on hot summer days.

  • 7

    Stage 6, from Lires to Muxía


    Distance : 14,3 km Difficulty : 1/5

    Breakfast and start of the stage. The walk takes in the hamlets of Frixe, Guisamonde and Morquintián, before you reach Monte do Facho.
    Enjoy the views at Praia de Lourido beach, where you can go for a swim.
    The quaint seaside village of Muxia is your final destination. Make sure to visit the sanctuary of Nosa Señora da Barca and its holy stones: the rocking stone and the ‘kidney stone’, next to the Atlantic Ocean.

  • 8

    Return


    Free time to return to Santiago.
    Transfer is not included.

Included

  • 7 nights in handpicked hotels and inns, all with en-suite accommodation, on a bed and breakfast basis.
  • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel: 1 bag max. 20kg per person.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Credencial (Pilgrim's passport)
  • Maps and tracks of the stages.
  • Telephone assistance (English-speaking)

    • Not included

    • Lunches.
    • Flights or trains.
    • Transfer from Muxia to Santiago.
    • Single room supplement: € 250
    • Dinner supplement: €200
    • Superior accommodation supplement: € 100 
    • Superior accommodation single room supplement: € 320
    • Superior accommodation dinner supplement:  € 260 

      • Accommodations

      All accommodations have rooms with en-suite facilities.

      Conditions


      Price per person based on double room

      Daily departures form April to October

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